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On the recordSeptember 30, 2009
I'm deeply concerned that our massive open-ended military presence might be contributing to the growing militancy in the region, including in nuclear-armed Pakistan.
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Russ Feingold
Democratic · Wisconsin

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Feingold expresses concern about U.S. military presence affecting regional stability.

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